Plant Workshop Manager

Plant Workshop Manager

My client who works within the plant industry is seeking an experienced Plant Workshop Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with the right skill set and passion to join a fantastic team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a small team, driving preventative maintenance, minimising downtime and ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and legislative requirements.

• Monday to Friday – 7am to 5pm.
• Permanent contract.
• Salary negotiable, up to £65,000.
• 33 days holiday.
• Life assurance (4x Salary).

• Recruit and manage a small team of mechanics and welders, providing clear instructions and effectively allocating workloads.
• Support warranty claims and ensure all servicing and repairs are completed efficiently, cost‑effectively, and in line with preventative maintenance best practice.
• Provide strong HSQE leadership, promoting and reinforcing safe working practices to reduce risks, incidents and injuries across the workshop.
• Support engineers with diagnosing complex mechanical faults and developing appropriate repair solutions.
• Organise the timely and efficient repair planning, effective prioritisation and maximised plant availability.
• Record and track all damage charges, including labour and parts usage.
• Work closely with the Parts Controller to manage stock levels effectively and reduce repair and servicing costs.
• Ensure the implementation of the plant management systems, including the utilisation and adoption of tablets for engineers and welders.
• Ensure all 12‑monthly inspections are carried out thoroughly, including auditing and managerial sign‑off.
• Minimise plant downtime by ensuring efficient repair planning, effective prioritisation and maximised plant availability.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role as a Workshop Manager.
• NVQ in Plant Maintenance or equivalent qualification.
• Good understanding of plant legislation, industry standards and compliance requirements.